Welcome to the official site for the Tiptree Christmas Festival! Join us this November for an unforgettable celebration filled with festive cheer, local crafts, delicious food, live entertainment, and magical memories for the whole family.
Welcome to the official site for the Tiptree Christmas Festival! Join us this November for an unforgettable celebration filled with festive cheer, local crafts, delicious food, live entertainment, and magical memories for the whole family.
Experience the magic of Christmas with local vendors, entertainment, delicious food, and unforgettable family fun!
Browse a range of unique handmade crafts, gifts, local produce, and festive treats from local artisans, charities, and vendors. Perfect for finding special Christmas gifts!
Indulge in festive treats, hog roasts, wine tastings, gin bars, and local restaurant offerings throughout the evening.
Enjoy performances from local schools, choirs, bands, and performing arts groups throughout the festival.
Get your photo with Santa Claus and look out for special guest appearances including the Grinch!
Pocket money stalls for kids, activities for all ages, and a warm community atmosphere perfect for families.
Multiple car parks available and free shuttle bus service running throughout the evening for your convenience.
The Tiptree Christmas Festival is made possible entirely through the support of our community. Each year, we rely on fundraising events, generous donations, and fees from our stallholders and vendors to bring this special celebration to life.
Every contribution helps us cover the essential costs involved in running the festival, including stage management, lighting, road closures, insurance, and the many logistical elements required to keep the event free for everyone to enjoy.
Throughout the year, we host a variety of fundraising activities, such as a summer fete, car boot sales, and some new additional events to come.
If you would like to donate, sponsor the event, or help us make the festival even bigger and better, we would love to hear from you.
Thank you for your interest in the Tiptree Christmas Festival!
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Sign Up for NewsletterTake a look back at the amazing moments from our 2025 Christmas Festival!
Last year, several car parks closed from 12pm noon. Available parking was at the Jam Factory, The New Times, Factory Shop, Asda, and Thurstable School (from 4.45pm onwards).
Millins hosted a Hog Roast with wine tasting, The Jam Factory brought their gin bus, and Stonemill Kitchens had a chef cooking throughout the night!
Huge thanks to local car park owners, Tiptree Fire Brigade, and Tiptree Community First Responder Group for their support at last year's event!
Village halls opened their doors for Santa's Craft Halls featuring local crafts and vendors. Kids loved the pocket money stalls, and Santa was there to spread holiday cheer!
Thank you to Chris's Fish Bar and all the local businesses and takeaways on Church Road that opened their doors during last year's festival!
The Community 360 Bus ran throughout the evening, making it easy for everyone to get around and enjoy the festival!